Gregory Zulu 55 Rucksack

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The Zulu range is packed full of innovative and practical features which are then combined with a very comfortable fit to make this pack great for a range of trips. This 55L version is ideal for day trips and minimalist overnight camps.

Gregory says: 

The Zulu 55 is a load hauler that feels like a sportscar. With a streamlined design, eco friendly materials, and a robust yet dynamic FreeFloat suspension, you can do it all. Full adjustability and endless space allow you to carry the kitchen sink.

Our Verdict

Gregory’s Zulu 55 Rucksack uses a combination of durable but lightweight 210D fabrics combined with well padded straps to provide a very comfortable pack capable of carrying a load of 18kg. The range of innovative features included on this pack make it particularly user friendly. This isn’t the lightest pack, weighting in at just over 1.63kg, but with all the features and the level of comfortable many will find this worthwhile.

The pack is full of practical features that make using it enjoyable. From the U-shaped zip opening that allows easy access to the main compartment to the hydration sleeve, sunglasses quick stow and trekking pole attachments through to the array of mesh and zip pockets this pack gives you loads of options to make life on the trails simpler. Every aspect of this pack shows how well made it is, with comfortable shoulder straps, the zoned use heavy duty 630D fabrics on the base giving you an impressively hard wearing piece of kit and the little extras that are all well thought out and well made.

– Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear

Features

• Extra large hipbelt pockets provide secure, easy to access to essentials you want at your beck and call.
• Breathable Shoulder Harness – Constructed from Lifespan foam to provide a generations worth of comfort, the harness are perforated to maximize airflow and comfort on the trail.
• Main U-Zip opening for open access to the main compartment.
• Hydration sleeve with SpeedClip hydration hanger compatible with Gregory’s 3D Hydro reservoirs (reservoir not included).
• Top zippered pocket with reflective attachment points, key clip, and internal zippered security pocket
• Dual side stretch mesh pockets with pass-through for over or under compression.
• Front stretch mesh pocket with durable fabric front panel and secure buckle closure.
• Adjustable attachment loop and upper shock lock for trekking poles or an ice axe.
• Custom ComfortGrip molded zipper pulls.

Specifications

• Small/Medium weighs: 1757g (excludes raincover)
• Medium/Large weighs: 1801g (excludes raincover)
• Capacity: 55L (Medium/Large)
• MAIN ACCESS – Top Loader, U-Zip, Bottom
• MAX CARRY – 18.1 kg

Material & Construction

• BODY – 40% RECYCLED 400D POLYESTER RIPSTOP WITH PFC-FREE DWR
• BASE –  420D NYLON WITH PFC-FREE DWR
• LINING –  40% POST-CONSUMER RECYCLED 135D POLYESTER WITH PFC-FREE DWR
• HARDWARE – BLUESIGN® APPROVED BUCKLES
• HARNESS/HIPBELT/LUMBAR – LIFESPAN EVA FOAM / MULTI-DENSITY FOAM
• CHASSIS SUPPORT – ALLOY STEEL FRAME

Help & advice:

• The Ultimate Guide to Choosing an Ultralight Rucksack
• Time-Saver Guide to Choosing a Rucksack
• Why is ‘PFC Free’ Important?
• What is Bluesign?